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17 Days Grand Heritage Thailand

    Private Journey | The Grand Heritage of Thailand

     This 17-day journey through Thailand introduces you to the country’s rich cultural and historical heritage. Travel from vibrant Bangkok to iconic markets, the River Kwai, ancient royal cities such as Ayutthaya and Sukhothai (UNESCO World Heritage sites), and onward to the lush north around Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai.


    The journey combines private excursions with local guides, comfortable transfers, and carefully selected hotels. Thanks to its varied program, you will experience both well-known highlights and authentic encounters with local communities. This trip is ideal for travelers who want to discover Thailand in all its facets: culture, nature, and history.

    Highlights of the journey

     Complete cultural journey through Thailand


    Bangkok with temples, Chinatown, and local markets


    Maeklong Railway Market & Damnoen Saduak Floating Market


    River Kwai, Hellfire Pass & jungle stay


    UNESCO World Heritage: Ayutthaya, Sukhothai & Sri Satchanalai


    Chiang Mai & Chiang Rai with temples and mountain landscapes


    Golden Triangle & Mekong River boat trip


    Combination of private and small-scale excursions

    Day 1 – Bangkok (No breakfast)
    Arrival in Bangkok, welcome, and private transfer to your centrally located hotel.
    The rest of the day is free to acclimatize or relax.
    Overnight: Bangkok


    Day 2 – Bangkok – City Flash Tour (Breakfast & lunch)
    After breakfast, enjoy a full-day exploration of Bangkok with your private guide. Walk through hidden alleyways, travel by skytrain, cruise along the Chao Phraya River with a stop at Wat Arun, and visit the Grand Palace with the Emerald Buddha.
    Continue by tuk-tuk to Chinatown. In the afternoon, private transfer back to your hotel.
    Overnight: Bangkok


    Day 3 – Bangkok – Railway & Floating Market (Breakfast & lunch)
    Half-day excursion to the Maeklong Railway Market and Damnoen Saduak Floating Market.
    Return to your hotel in the early afternoon; the rest of the day is free.
    Overnight: Bangkok


    Day 4 – Bangkok – Kanchanaburi – River Kwai (Breakfast, lunch & dinner)
    Shared excursion to the River Kwai region. Visit the bridge, memorial sites, and Hellfire Pass.
    Boat trip along the Kwai Noi River to your jungle resort.
    Overnight: River Kwai


    Day 5 – River Kwai – Mon Village (Breakfast, lunch & dinner)
    Full-day visit to a Mon village. See the Golden Stone Buddha, visit the village school, and meet the local community.
    Return to the resort for dinner and overnight stay.
    Overnight: River Kwai


    Day 6 – River Kwai – Ayutthaya (Breakfast & lunch)
    Free time in the morning, followed by a boat transfer and historic train journey.
    After lunch, private transfer to Ayutthaya, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
    Overnight: Ayutthaya


    Day 7 – Ayutthaya (Breakfast & lunch)
    City tour with your private guide visiting the main temples.
    After lunch, visit the Baan Hollanda Museum.
    Overnight: Ayutthaya


    Day 8 – Ayutthaya – Lopburi – Phitsanulok – Sukhothai (Breakfast & lunch)
    A longer travel day heading north with cultural stops along the way.
    Arrival in Sukhothai in the afternoon.
    Overnight: Sukhothai


    Day 9 – Sukhothai (Breakfast & lunch)
    Visit Sukhothai Historical Park, including Wat Mahathat, Wat Si Chum, and the Ramkhamhaeng Museum.
    Overnight: Sukhothai


    Day 10 – Sukhothai – Sri Satchanalai – Lampang (Breakfast & lunch)
    Drive to Sri Satchanalai with cultural stops, then continue to Lampang.
    Afternoon at leisure.
    Overnight: Lampang


    Day 11 – Lampang – Lamphun – Chiang Mai (Breakfast & lunch)
    Travel via Lamphun to Chiang Mai.
    Check-in and free afternoon.
    Overnight: Chiang Mai


    Day 12 – Chiang Mai – Doi Suthep (Breakfast & lunch)
    Half-day visit to Doi Suthep with panoramic views over the city.
    Afternoon at leisure.
    Overnight: Chiang Mai


    Day 13 – Chiang Mai – Old City (Breakfast & lunch)
    City tour including Wat Phra Singh and Wat Chedi Luang.
    Visit a monastery with the opportunity to experience meditation.
    Overnight: Chiang Mai


    Day 14 – Chiang Mai – Chiang Rai (Breakfast & lunch)
    Full-day journey to Chiang Rai with stops along the way.
    Visit the White Temple and Blue Temple.
    Overnight: Chiang Rai


    Day 15 – Chiang Rai – Golden Triangle (Breakfast & lunch)
    Excursion to the Golden Triangle and a boat trip on the Mekong River with a stop in Laos.
    Overnight: Chiang Rai


    Day 16 – Chiang Rai – Bangkok (Breakfast)
    Free morning and transfer to the airport for your flight to Bangkok.
    Arrival and transfer to your hotel.
    Overnight: Bangkok


    Day 17 – Bangkok – Departure (Breakfast)
    Transfer to the airport for your flight home.


    Flexible & Tailor-Made
    This itinerary can be fully customized. Destinations, accommodation levels, duration, and transport options can all be adjusted to your preferences.


    Let us know what you are looking for, and we will be happy to create a personalized itinerary perfectly suited to your travel style.

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